THE NON FLUFF EMOTIONAL STUFF™

Self Awareness Techniques: Unlocking the Power Within (Part One)

Self-awareness is the foundation of emotional intelligence. It’s about truly understanding yourself—your emotions, your triggers, and the way you naturally respond in different situations. Without awareness, we can’t grow, adapt, or manage our emotions in a healthy way. Think of it as shining a light on your inner world so you can see clearly, rather than stumbling around in the dark.

The good news? Self-awareness can be learned and strengthened. Like any muscle, it grows with practice. In this first part, let’s explore six practical techniques to begin building that powerful self-awareness.

1. Stop Judging Your Emotions

Every emotion serves a purpose. Instead of labelling them as “good” or “bad,” pause and ask: What is this feeling trying to tell me?

2. Get Curious

Become your own observer. Notice how you feel in everyday moments—driving, brushing your teeth, or sitting in a meeting. Ask: How am I feeling right now? Curiosity helps uncover the deeper “why” behind your reactions.

3. Know your Triggers

Triggers are those buttons that spark strong reactions. They’re tied to unmet needs like safety, respect, or love. By identifying what sets you off, you can manage your response instead of being hijacked by emotion.

4. Listen to Your Body

Our bodies often speak before our minds catch up. Stress can show up as headaches, stomach issues, or fatigue. Instead of just treating the physical symptoms, ask: What emotion is behind this?

5. Feel Emotions in Your Body

Emotions live in the body. Sadness feels heavy, anger feels tense, happiness feels light, and anxiety creates jitters. Tuning in helps you catch emotions as they happen.

6. Do You Holler or Hide?

When stress or conflict hits, do you lash out (holler) or shut down (hide)? Recognising your default reaction gives you the chance to pause and choose a healthier response.

These six steps are your foundation for self-awareness. They’re simple but powerful ways to begin listening to yourself more deeply. Remember: awareness is the first step to growth.

✨ Call to Action: Which of these six techniques speaks to you most right now? Try it this week and notice the shift. And if you’d like structured tools to guide you, check out our Move Your Mood Workbook.

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Written by Alisa Pettit

It’s never too late for a lane change. Insite Mind is the brainchild of one woman who after a decade spinning in the hamster wheel of the accounting world gave it up to live out her heart work. But it didn’t come without challenge and a little nudge from the universe in the form of a book Dealing with Difficult People. Upon opening it Alisa was surprised to find in black and white text “maybe it’s you”. So after several ego deaths and many personal development books along the way Alisa Pettit found her way to coaching. Now a fully fledged positive mindset coach and personal mastery guru Ali’s work helps people find their way through mindset teachings.

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